When the St. Louis Business Journal recently examined several trends shaping the accounting industry, it turned to Smith Patrick CPAs Managing Partner David Smith for…
When a disaster strikes—whether it’s a wildfire, hurricane, flood, or something no one saw coming—most people respond with generosity. Communities pull together, strangers help strangers,…
Some tax scams skip the taxpayer entirely and go straight for the preparer. The “new client” scam uses friendly, believable emails to bait professionals into…
As we spotlight to top tax scams making the rounds this year, here’s a sneaky scam that disappears just when you need answers: the ghost…
Before the year wraps up, take a closer look at your Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Whether you’re planning ahead or trying to make the most…
When Too Much Withholding Becomes Too Much Trouble Taxpayers chasing big refunds are being misled by a growing scam that’s landed on the IRS’s 2025…
When the Nanny Is a Ghost and So Is Your Refund Improper household employment tax claims are making headlines as one of the IRS’s top…
Big changes are coming to Missouri taxes, and this time they’re in your favor. Thanks to House Bill 594 (HB 594), signed by Governor Mike…
In this article we’re focusing on another top tax scam on the IRS’s 2025 Dirty Dozen: the so-called Self Employment Tax Credit, which is a…
Recently, a crew of Smith Patrick CPAs team members traded in calculators for cardboard boxes and volunteered with KidSmart, a St. Louis nonprofit dedicated to…
At Smith Patrick CPAs, our team is the foundation of the service we provide, and we’re excited to introduce Anastasiya Ellebrecht, a CPA who has…
Welcome back to our tour through the IRS’s 2025 Dirty Dozen, where we highlight this year’s most devious tax scams so you can steer clear….
The tax landscape may soon shift again. The “One Big Beautiful Bill,” passed by the House in May, is now being debated in the Senate—and…
Johny has been part of the Smith Patrick CPAs team for some time, working behind the scenes to help our clients navigate increasingly complex tax…
We’re thrilled to share that Sarah Bantz, CPA, leader of our Cannabis Accounting team, has been named Best Accountant in the 2025 Greenway Best of…
At Smith Patrick CPAs, we know that a great firm is built on great people. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the newest members of…
ELE: An Adaptable Approach to the CPA Journey The path to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is known for its rigor, requiring a mix…
Smith Patrick congratulates Sarah Bantz, CPA, on her election as Treasurer of We Are JAINE®, an organization dedicated to supporting women in the cannabis industry….
As the holiday season kicks off, what better way to warm up than with a hearty bowl of chili? Recently the halls of Smith Patrick…
Best Accountant Shares Essential Tips for Entrepreneurs I was honored to recently be named one of the Best Accountants by St. Louis Small Business Monthly….
Smith Patrick’s Debra Annis Honored by St. Louis Small Business Monthly in the 2024 Best Accountants List Debra J. Annis, CPA, has once again earned…
If you’re a non-resident of St. Louis who had earnings tax withheld between 2020 and 2023, and you worked outside the city—whether through telework or…
At Smith Patrick, we know that a strong team isn’t just built through meetings and deadlines. Sometimes, the best way to bond is by stepping…
With just a few weeks remaining until the September 30 deadline, time is running out for St. Louis remote workers to claim their earnings tax…
